The hydrangea is a valuable export product. Among the various Colombian regions that cultivate this species, the east of Antioquia stands out, where more than 6,000 tons of agricultural surplus per month is generated, mainly consisting of flower stems which are disposed of by burning, causing serious environmental problems.

By using the agricultural waste generated by floriculture (hydrangea stems), intensive forest clearing is avoided. Bioestibas, decided to produce and market ecological stowage made from this agricultural waste, with a high degree of innovation in its process, achieving a product that is far superior to traditional wooden pallets.

The final product is structurally strong, recyclable and reusable, resistant to humidity, and produced with a water-repellent additive; it is pest and fire-resistant, ideal for industrial processes that handle flammable materials. In addition to mitigating impacts, they generate employment for vulnerable communities and enable better use of resources and waste in an area with a wide diversity of businesses.